2015 BMW X3 Oil Type & Capacity
The 2015 BMW X3 oil type depends on the engine: the sDrive28i takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the xDrive28d takes 0W-30 (5.49 quarts with filter); the xDrive28i takes 5W-30 (5.1 quarts with filter); the xDrive35i takes 5W-30 (6.9 quarts with filter), per the factory service manual.
Factory-spec answer
It depends on the engine:
- sDrive28i: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- xDrive28d: 0W-30, 5.49 quarts with filter
- xDrive28i: 5W-30, 5.1 quarts with filter
- xDrive35i: 5W-30, 6.9 quarts with filter
Oil capacity by engine
| Engine | Oil Type (viscosity) | Capacity w/ Filter | Capacity w/o Filter | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| sDrive28i — 2.0L Eng,Gas | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 5.10 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive28d — 2.0L Eng,Diesel | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 0W-30 | 5.49 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive28i — 2.0L Eng,Gas | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 5.10 QTS. | — | — |
| xDrive35i — 3.0L Eng | BMW High Performance Synthetic Engine Oil, SAE 5W-30 | 6.90 QTS. | — | — |
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More specs & repair guides for your X3
2015 BMW X3 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)Powered by factory manual data from our partner site AllOEMManuals.com.
Coolant capacity
7.93 quarts (7.5 L) — Frostox HT-12 antifreeze and corrosion inhibitor. Top-up quantity of coolant in the event of repair with disconnected collant hoses. Observe the mixture ration and filling level. (2.11 qts).
Frequently asked questions
What type of oil does a 2015 BMW X3 take?
It depends on the engine: sDrive28i uses 5W-30; xDrive28d uses 0W-30; xDrive28i uses 5W-30; xDrive35i uses 5W-30.
How much oil does a 2015 BMW X3 take?
Capacity depends on the engine: sDrive28i holds 5.1 quarts with filter; xDrive28d holds 5.49 quarts with filter; xDrive28i holds 5.1 quarts with filter; xDrive35i holds 6.9 quarts with filter.
Can I use synthetic oil in my 2015 BMW X3?
Yes. 5W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 2015 BMW X3. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.